Servant-leadership in the workplace. There are several individual that show servant-leadership, however, our first line supervisor has shown outstanding displays in Servant-leadership. He displays most, if not all of the Ten Characteristics of the Servant-Leadership. Using his skills, he learned as a First Sargent in the Air Force has helped him out shine the other supervisors.
Listening
Our first line supervisor has great listening skills. For he has a deep commitment to listening to his employees. He takes time out of his busy schedule to listen to what we have to say, puts us first, puts everything else on hold, in order to give us his up most attention during our conversation. Spear and Lawrence stated “Listening, coupled with regular periods of reflection, is essential to the growth of the
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He understands that we have an intrinsic value beyond our tangible contribution as workers. He wants to see his employees succeed in their career, always encouraging us to better our self, by going back to college, getting our degree, going online to take as many military courses through the DAU on line college, and completing several War college courses. Spear and Lawrence stated “The servant-leader is deeply committed to the growth of each and every individual within his or her institution” (2002, pg. 8) Our supervisor is definitely deeply committed to the growth of each and every individual under his supervision.
Conclusion
In conclusion, we talked about Servant-leadership in the workplace. How that there are several individual that show servant-leadership, however, our first line supervisor has shown outstanding displays in Servant-leadership. How he displays most, if not all of the Ten Characteristics of the Servant-Leadership. Furthermore, using his skills, he learned as a First Sargent in the Air Force, which has help him out shine the other
Servant leadership is an effectual way to motivate the employees. Its unique emphasis on concern for
Defining the term “servant leader” or “servant leadership” is a difficult task. Many have attempted to define this concept but I think the Business Dictionary does the best in capturing the essence of servant leadership. It states, “Servant leadership stresses the importance of the role a leader plays as the steward of the resources of a business or other organization, and teaches leaders to serve others while still achieving the goals set forth by the business.” The Army’s stated mission is to fight and win our Nation’s wars, by providing prompt, sustained, land dominance, across the full range of military operations and the spectrum of
Finally, this paper will address how the practice of servant leadership would affect everyone from the lowest enlisted men to the most senior flag officer and everyone else in-between. Leadership goes well beyond the following definition: “Leadership is the art of influencing and directing people in such a way as to obtain their willing obedience, confidence, respect and cooperation.” In fact, when it comes right down to it, “there are no quick and easy answers to becoming an effective and efficient leader.” Leadership is difficult and enduring work. It is a lifelong process of building and molding not only your skills but also the skills of your subordinates. In a society of instant gratification, we look for the quick fix. Yet the problem is the quick fix or plug and play solution, rarely serves the long-term goals of an organization.
In The Case for Servant Leadership, author Dr. Kent M. Keith proposes that servant leadership is the most beneficial wholesome for a leadership model. Keith presents that the power leadership model does more harm than good, lacks problem solving, fails to grasp opportunities, and does not have the intention to create a better world unlike the service leadership model.
He further explains that servant leaders are not motivated by material possessions and are not usually driven to lead for the power that comes from the position (Greenleaf et al., 2002). Instead, the servant leader will ensure that the needs of their followers, the organization, or the community are met first and are treated with the utmost priority over their own needs (Greenleaf et al., 2002). Northouse (2016), also notes that servant leaders are attentive to the needs, concerns, and the wellbeing of their followers. Servant leadership also helps to promote employee satisfaction through helping them grow, succeed, and empowering them to be more independent and successful (Northouse,
Being a servant leader empowers others to become better people. Without such leadership, Kelleher’s employees would feel as if they do not matter, but in reality they are the most important assets to the airline company.
Throughout this past week I have had several misconceptions resolve regarding servant leadership that have resolved. The main misconception or preconception that I had was that servant leaders were pushovers and that they would have difficulty in leading others to reach a common goal. Through the readings that were assigned, specificially in chapter 6, I now understand that a servant leader values relationships with their follwers and by doing so that they can use the gained trust to influence them to reach a common goal (DelHousaye & Brewer, 2004). I had never really thought about how much influence played a part in the success of a leader until this class and yet I completely agree. I think back to the mangers that I have had
One study found that servant leadership leads to higher levels of commitment to the supervisor and efficiency in work. My experience agrees with this finding. By exercising the four servant leadership practices mentioned above, I believe one will not just become a better leader, but also a better person as
Servant leaders possess a high level of ethical behavior and moral compass. Meaning, they conduct themselves in a manner in accordance with common principles that are considered legal. They distance yourself from using your grade or position as power or leverage. And they serve others by working toward the development of their goals for the common good of the team or unit. An example of a good servant leader is this Platoon Sergeant I once had. We were tasked establish an over-watch position and reconnaissance in front of the Brigade in order to prevent the element from being ambushed moving forward. This Platoon Sergeant sat on top of the OP scanning with the Recon III (Thermal, FLIR, Satellite optic) and listened to the radio while the platoon was at 25% security. And he did that all night then conducted missions the following day leaving him with less than five hours of sleep in a 40-hour time frame. This man sacrificed his rest cycle so that the platoon would be rested for the remainder of the field problem. This is what makes a servant leader in the
In the traditional view of leadership, service is the job of the follower. However, servant leadership puts the leader at service. In servant leadership, the leader focuses on servicing their followers; they empathize, nurture, and provide attention so that the followers can develop their full personal capacities (Northouse, 2013). Spears (2002) identified 10 servant leader characteristics: Listening, empathy, healing, awareness, persuasion, conceptualization, foresight, stewardship, and commitment to the growth of people.
In simpler terms, the leader is a servant of the people he/she is leading. Servant leaders can be said to possess various characteristics, such as empathy, awareness, conceptualization, commitment in terms of uplifting the lives of others, persuasion, stewardship, commitment to building the entire community in general and foresight/visionary (Greenleaf, 2007). These characteristics, according to leadership experts such as Covey, state that these characteristics are essential components that every leader should have. Servant
Servant leadership is a fundamental skill that is of great importance in today’s health care system. Servant leadership allows healthcare workers to effectively conquer challenges and promote teamwork during stressful situations. Servant leadership requires an individual to have authority with the people they are leading. It is a complex task to gain authority among people; I believe that an effective and important way to obtain authority is to show love to others. The book, The Servant by James C. Hunter describes love not as a feeling, but rather as a behavior or action towards people. As a leader, one might have good intentions, but without following up with the intended action, the leader loses authority. The act of love requires having
Several reviews have been conducted to provide insight into servant leadership as a theory. Parris and Peachey (2013) state that Russell and Stone reviewed the theoretical framework of servant leadership and listed nine distinct character traits of servant leaders, namely; integrity, honesty, vision, service, trust, modeling, pioneering, appreciation of others and empowerment. Parris and Peachey (2013) appreciate the conceptual framework in the work of Russell and Stone yet they note that it lacks a methodology.
According to Larry Spears, the President and CEO of the Robert K. Greenleaf Center for Servant Leadership stated there are ten characteristics of a servant leader.
As a servant leader, one can get caught up tasks and become overwhelmed by the duties she feels obligated to perform. I feel a commitment to my team, my unit, and my hospital. After all, I grew up in that place. I was a mere twenty-three years-old when I entered through the doors for the first time. My baby, now twenty-two, was a tiny tot of two years.